Records, 1971-1985, undated.

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Records, 1971-1985, undated.

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Records consist of correspondence, letters, memoranda, typed manuscripts, reports, notes and photographs, created or collected by Gillian Wilson, Curator, Department of Decorative Arts, J. Paul Getty Museum, 1971-1985 and undated. The records provide information on many of the day-to-day activities of both Wilson and the Department.

8.25 linear feet (19 boxes)

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